1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 1900 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
